After repeated attempts to communicate with the probe, Saratoga's primary power systems were drained and it fell back to reserve power. (Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home)

In 2286, after the ship was repaired, Command of the Saratoga was given to CaptainEdward Stanfield, upon which he served as its Commander until given command of the USS Valkyrie in 2294. Command was then given to its former First Officer, Leonin Amorek. (Star Trek: Valkyrie)